Equipment

Camera and Lenses

Sony A7 III

Sony A7 III

The Sony A7 III is a popular full-frame mirrorless camera with a 24-megapixel resolution. It is highly regarded for its exceptional low-light performance, making it a favorite among astrophotographers. Moreover, the camera's ISO invariance and long battery life make it a reliable choice for me.

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Tamron 17-28 f/2.8

Tamron 17-28 f/2.8

When it comes to photography, the lens is just as important as the camera itself. The Tamron 17-28 f/2.8 is a great choice for those looking for a fast and wide angle lens without breaking the bank. It's thus perfect for landscape and astrophotography, and it's my go-to lens for these types of shots.

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Tamron 28-200 f/2.8-5.6

Tamron 28-200 f/2.8-5.6

The Tamron 28-200 f/2.8-5.6 is a suitable complement to the Tamron 17-28 f/2.8 and is thereby reasonably priced. It has a nice focal length range, and when used properly, one can produce impressive deep sky photographs with it.

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Samyang 14 f/2.8

Samyang 14 f/2.8

If you're in search of a fast and wide-angle lens, the Samyang 14mm f/2.8 is definitely worth considering. This prime lens is highly regarded within the astrophotography community and comes at a reasonable price tag. Keep in mind, that the lens is also known as the Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 outside of Europe.

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Additional

Backpack

MindShift Backpack

The 'MindShift Gear UltraLight Dual 25L' is my go-to backpack for nearly every trip. It's lightweight, spacious, and on top the camera bag can be easily pulled out and used separately.

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Tripod

GEEKOTO Tripod

The 'GEEKOTO' tripod is a lightweight and affordable travel tripod that can extend up to 200cm. Its normed arca swiss mount enables the use of a panorama ball head, eliminating the issue of a elevated minimum height.

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Slider

Slider

DIY Slider

For my timelapse projects, I needed a way to capture movement. I decided to create my own slider system for sliding and panning a camera. This system allows me to control the interval, speed, positions, and more through inputs or an app on my phone. The slider system is compact and built with durable metal. Additionally, it was much more cost-effective compared to conventional systems.